After more than a decade as editor-in-chief at Wired magazine, Chris Anderson is making some big changes. Earlier this month, Chris announced that he's stepping down to focus on his robotics manufacturing startup, 3D Robotics. While manning the helm at Wired, Chris authored three books that turned him into a leading voice across schools of economics, technology, and DIY design: The Long Tail, Free, and his latest, [URL="http://www.amazon.com/Makers-The-New-Industrial-Revolution/dp/0307720950/ref=pd_vtp_b_2"]Makers: The New Industrial Revolution. (He also lead the magazine in nearly doubling its readership, racked up too many awards to count, and landed on the Time 100.) In Makers, Chris champions open source design, low cost material, and 3D printing as drivers of manufacturing's next generation—all things his company uses as its foundation. We chatted with Chris about his seriously awesome workshop, the best advice he's ever received, and the apps and gadgets that keep him running (like a machine). [/URL] More »
